The Effectiveness of Home Blood Pressure on 24-Hour Blood Pressure Control: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Home blood pressure monitoring (HBPM) is cited as an effective approach for improving blood pressure control. The objective of this study was to determine the effectiveness of HBPM combined with a health education session in reducing blood pressure and improving medication adherence among adults with hypertension.

Methods

Two hundred thirteen participants were enrolled in a 3-month study and randomized to receive HBPM or usual care. Participants were also randomized to receive an educational session delivered using a pamphlet or a computer-based program. Topics of the educational session included preventing hypertension, managing weight, staying active, and cutting down on salt and fat.

Results

At the 3-month follow-up, there was a reduction in ambulatory b

SUBMITTER: Cuffee YL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6361075 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature